Overview of Davenport

Part of the four Iowa and Illinois hubs that lie along the mighty Mississippi River known as the Quad Cities, Davenport is among one of the many popular communities in the Hawkeye State. With a recent bump in population from 2000 to 2010, according to City-Data, many Davenport apartments for rent have become home for many Iowans. With its excellent schools, family-friendly atmosphere and high quality of life, it is becoming one of the most sought-after communities in the Midwest. With the warm, welcoming atmosphere of a small town nestled in a cluster of amenities in the Quad Cities, residents in Davenport can have it all.

Living in Davenport, IA

The development of Davenport and the surrounding areas of Scott County began with the Black Hawk War between the United States and Native American tribes in the early 1800s. Antoine LeClaire and George Davenport, the city's namesake, were among the city's first founders. Because of the town's ideal location along the Mississippi River, many trade routes that connected Davenport to port cities in the South became the main source of its growth during the 1800s. Today, Davenport is one of the fastest-growing communities in Iowa, with more than 100,000 residents, according to estimates from the U.S. Census Bureau.

Davenport Attractions and Special Events

One of the city's most beautiful places to escape to when the temperature drops in the winter is the Vander Veer Botanical Park. Part of the community since 1885, this extensive collection of horticulture, including many exotic plants and trees is a great place to stroll through and explore or simply read a book.

Another popular attraction is Davenport's Figge Art Museum, featuring local and international works of art alongside each other. One of the largest structures downtown, you can tell that the Figge is one of the attractions that many Davenport citizens take pride in.

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